David Baddiel 4 Book Set (The Parent Agency, AniMalcolm, The Person Controller, Head Kid)

This four-book collection by David Baddiel brings together The Parent Agency, AniMalcolm, The Person Controller and Head Kid. Across the set, each story begins with a clear, character-led set-up, from a child who wishes for different parents to twins with shared interests, and a school preparing for an inspection.

The books introduce a range of scenarios: Barry Bennett’s growing list of complaints about his parents, Malcolm who doesn’t like animals, twins Fred and Ellie who excel at video games but find other parts of school life more difficult, and prankster Ryan Ward causing chaos just as inspectors are due. One title is described as a laugh-out-loud adventure, and the set includes work presented as from the winner of the LOLLIES award.

Included titles

• The Parent Agency
• AniMalcolm
• The Person Controller
• Head Kid

Key details

• Four-book set by David Baddiel
• Includes The Parent Agency, AniMalcolm, The Person Controller and Head Kid
• AniMalcolm is described as a laugh-out-loud adventure
• AniMalcolm is described as from the winner of the LOLLIES award

Synopses

The Parent Agency

Barry Bennett blames his parents for a long list of frustrations, including his name and what he sees as their boring habits. After repeating a wish for better parents, the room begins to shake.

AniMalcolm

Described as a laugh-out-loud adventure, this story introduces Malcolm, who doesn’t like animals. It is presented as a book for children who have wondered what it might be like to be a bit of an animal.

The Person Controller

Twins Fred and Ellie share the same interests, especially video games, which they are very good at. They are less successful with other challenges, including football and dealing with school bullies.

Head Kid

Bracket Wood is due a visit from school inspectors, but Ryan Ward’s practical jokes have pushed the head teacher to walk out. The new head teacher, Mr Carter, is extremely strict, before an unexpected body swap changes the situation.